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United States Establishes Diplomatic Relations with the Vatican  — Research Starter

On January 10, 1984, the United States officially reestablished diplomatic relations with the Vatican, appointing William A. Wilson as the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See. The decision to formalize…

United States Enters World War II  — Research Starter

The entry of the United States into World War II was a pivotal moment in global history, marked by a rapid and decisive response following Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The next…

United Presbyterian Church Formed  — Research Starter

The United Presbyterian Church in the United States was formed through the unification of two previously distinct denominations: the Presbyterian Church in the United States and the United…

United Nations Approves International Coalition for Operation Desert Storm  — Research Starter

The approval of an international coalition for Operation Desert Storm by the United Nations (UN) marked a significant moment in the response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990. The…

United Church of Christ Formed  — Research Starter

The United Church of Christ (UCC) was formed on June 25, 1957, through the union of two significant denominational bodies: the General Council of the Congregational Christian Churches and the…

Union Forces take New Berne, North Carolina  — Research Starter

On March 14, 1862, during the American Civil War, Union forces captured New Berne, North Carolina, marking a significant victory for the Union Army. This event was part of General Ambrose Burnside's…

U.S. Government Intervenes in Economy to Halt Financial Crisis  — Research Starter

In response to the financial crisis that began in 2007, the U.S. government implemented a series of interventions aimed at stabilizing the economy. The crisis was primarily triggered by the collapse…

U.S. Armed Forces Overturns 1994 Ban on Women Serving In Combat  — Research Starter

In January 2013, the U.S. Armed Forces officially overturned a long-standing 1994 ban that prohibited women from serving in combat roles. This significant policy shift was initiated by Defense…

Twelfth Night, or Epiphany Eve  — Research Starter

Twelfth Night, or Epiphany Eve, marks the final evening of the Twelve Days of Christmas, celebrated on January 5. The observance of Twelfth Night gained traction in Europe during the Middle Ages and…